Customer Reviews Hoka Clifton 9

Had feet scanned and said to purchase a size that doesn't fit

I tried so hard to wear these shoes but after 3 days and my feet killing me all 3 days I gave up and sent them back. I wanted them to work so bad everyone I know that has them loves them!!!

I've been looking at HOKA shoes for about 2 weeks and talking to people that I know that have bought them and loved them, so I took the plunge and bought the Clifton 9. There are good things about the shoe, very light, fit really well and seemed to make my heel spur feel better. The reason for the return is they creak and squeak so loudly! Didn't matter what type of floor I was walking on, they make so much noise. Even not walking if I move my foot from heel to toe, they squeak! I'm hoping I just received a wonky pair. I'll return these and try again and hopefully the next pair I get won't make so much noise.

As a fan of the Cliftonfor over the last 2-3 years, I'm very disappointed in the Clifton 9 redesign. I'm not sure how a shoe can be too big and too small at the same time. The design has completely changed, making the shoe fabric pucker on the top of my foot when tied. It's also shorter than the Clifton 8, to the point where my custom insoles no longer fit in the shoe. Also, the longer tongue hits my ankle bone which is uncomfortable and painful. It's frustrating when you have a shoe you love, but need to start the journey all over again to find a replacement. Why redesign a shoe that was alreadygreat?!

I hate these shoes they are so uncomfortable and feel so tight

The Clifton's are OK. Not as great as the hype. Will return to Saucony after these.

I have had a pair of Clifton 8s which have been some of my favorite shoes for almost 2 years now. I used them originally during my 12 hour shifts, and after a little while for just everyday wear. I wore them so much and they were so comfortable and accommodated the bunionette I have on the outside of my foot near my little toe. I needed to replace them as I was starting a new job and wanted a new pair of comfortable shoes, so I looked to the Clifton 9s. I had read some reviews saying they were too narrow, and was wary, so I tried them on in store. They felt fine and comfortable on my foot, more stiff than my Clifton 8s, but they were also brand new. I wore them a little in the days before I was going to wear them to work, and they felt fine, a little tighter than my Clifton 8s, but not uncomfortable. However, now after wearing them for 2 12 hour shifts this week, I can definitely say they are nowhere near as comfortable as the Clifton 8s and definitely not worth the price. My feet were in pain after both shifts, not unbearable, but definitely not how my feet felt in my Clifton 8s. Kinda disappointed in the update, because the colors are cute, but the shoes are not comfortable.

I bought the same size as my Clifton 8 shoes and I was disappointed that these felt bigger, my heel was not as snug and I got blisters on the top of my foot near the top laces, so I returned them.

Still have heel pain

Everyone raves about Hoka's. Not sure if it's the style I picked or just the brand itself. But mine are very uncomfortable. They look amazing. But after a few hours of wearing them my feet are killing me.

The Clifton 9, toe box too pointy. Scrunches my toes. Liked the Clifton 7, fit the best. The 8 was ok but the overall shoe is wider. Fit of the 9 totally changed. Still like the cushion. The Clifton 9, feel to big where the front part of the foot is, but too scrunched and tight in the toe, pointy. Still love Hoka's but wish the design wouldn't change every year. I have bought Hoka's for years. Have owned Stitson, Challenger, Clifton 5,6, 7, 8, and now 9. Sky Toa.

I purchased a pair of Hoka Clifton 8's in white a while ago and I love them. I was looking for an all black shoe and was able to purchase the Hoka Clifton 9's and I have tried wearing them several times. Sadly I have found that the Hoka Clifton 9's are uncomfortable especially compared to my experience with the Hoka Clifton 8's. The Clifton 9's seem to rub the top of my ankle despite trying different ways to tie them. The cushion also seemed to be tougher and not as plush as the Clifton 8's. I tried wearing them several times thinking they need to be broke in but they are just way too uncomfortable. I purchased them from this website and thankfully I am able to return and exchange them for a black/white Clifton 8 (had to get the wide option). I wish that they would bring back the Hoka Clifton 8's and offer more solid colors.

I wanted to love these, but after wearing them I am sadly disappointed. These shoes are well made and the cushioning is very impressive, but they cause my foot to pronate. Additionally, the toe is so narrow that I got a blood blister & friction burns the first time I walked in them. I have tried several times since getting them, but no change. I lost the receipt so I will probably only wear these when I bicycle.

My husband bought me this as a gift. Last year I tried the Bondi but found it to be too cumbersome. He thought this lighter, smaller framed shoe might be the answer. It is not. I work out daily and run a few times per week. I have been fitted at a running store with my gait and strike measured. The shoes that were recommended in the store were the Brooks Glycerine and the NB Fresh Foam or 1080. After 30 day trial, I opted for the Glycerine. I have been wearing the Glycerine for 10 years. Upon the new release of the Glycerine 20, something changed. Still great but slightly different. So my husband researched these and watched comparison videos. It is difficult to explain but the stability seems off in this HOKA. It also seems to be less supportive in the midsole. I have a very slight overpronation and this HOKA makes me feel almost like I am walking on an unstable platform. Return process is great. HOKA is a wonderful company.

Shoe slips on my foot. Would have loved to return for another size. I didn't realize there were no returns or I would not of purchased from this site.

way too narrow for my feet

I love Clifton 8s and these are a disappointment. I had major foot surgery after Lisfranc injury and the Clifton 8s were my saving grace. These are not. The tongue is attached on only one side which is uncomfortable. The heel does not sit as tightly causing slippage. The toe box is more narrow. My size in Clifton 8 is 10.5W and I was SWIMMING in 10.5W of these. After wearing these for a month my feet still hurt so I just ordered another pair of Clifton 8s. Definitely would skip this iteration of Cliftons.

I am on my feet a lot for work. The first week, they were great. Now my feet hurt with them. Skechers lasted at least three months. These shoes were not worth the price at all!

After running for a while I would feel a pain in my arch (sort of like a bruise) - after looking online this is a common occurrence for people with flat feet! Sadly, I returned the shoes. So this is something to keep in mind. Other than that I thought they were great shoes!

I have run in Clifton shoes for many years always ordering same size. This year bought Clifton 9 and unfortunately they are bigger.

Did not fit. Had to return.